Grant Thornton LLP Hiring for Network Engineer at Charlotte, North Carolina Full Time

Grant Thornton is seeking a Network Engineer to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.

The Network Engineer is responsible for overall technical and operational oversight of GT’s campus network services and cloud network deployments. Primary functions include defining engineering and deployment standards for network projects, ensuring operational stability, and security compliance. In addition, the Network Engineer will bring thought leadership for new solutions and have ownership of defining, maintaining, and enforcing implementation of best practices.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide engineering responsibility for network campus solutions and other network related efforts.

• Engage with existing MSPs and carrier providers for project engineering implementations.

• Be conversant with current industry best practices.

• Drive standards documentation and configuration templates.

• Identify gaps in current services and bring forward solutions for assessment to leadership.

• Review and approve engineering configurations, deployment plans, and technical documentation with the managed service provider.

• Escalation point-of-contact for all network infrastructure related issues.

• Participate in an on-call rotation for network support.

• Adhere to ITIL standards.

• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years of experience in network engineering with operational experience.

• Experience of SD-WAN Silver Peak and Prisma/Palo Alto solutions.

• Experience with IP Management Toolsets.

• Experience with DNS configuration and support.

• Experience with various wireless solutions and standards.

• Experience of working with multiple vendors/service providers at an engineering and operational level.

• Knowledge of cabling media, industry standards and associated interfaces.

• Considerable experience in datacenter and campus design, engineering, implementation, and support.

• Extensive experience with Routing/Switch/Firewall platforms.

• Comprehensive understanding of TCP/IP, QoS, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, EIGRP, RIP, Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols.

• Exposure to cloud providers (Azure, AWS, and other platforms).

• Ability to work well under pressure in both an operational environment and on project implementations.

• Familiarity with Azure DevOps, ServiceNow will be beneficial.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively.

• Exceptional client service skills, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding relationships.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred.

• Travel percentage: up to 20%

DESIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• Cisco – CCNP, CCIE & CCDE

• Juniper – JNCIA, JNCIP, JNCIE

• Azure Fundamentals / Solutions Architect Certified

• AWS Certified Advanced Networking / Security

The base salary range for this position in the firm’s Denver, CO office only is between $112,500 and $187,500.

The base salary range for this position in the firm’s New York, NY, Melville, NY Bellevue, WA, Los Angeles, CA, Orange County, CA and San Diego, CA offices only is between $121,500 and $202,500.

The base salary range for this position in the firm’s San Francisco, CA and San Jose, CA offices only is between $129,400 and $215,600.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

About Us

At Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result – for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It’s what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.

About the Team

The team you’re about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here’s how:

• Whether it’s your work location, weekly schedule or unlimited flex time off, we empower you with the options to work in the way that best serves your clients and your life.

• Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for your and those in your household.

• We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different — and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. See how at www.gt.com/careers

• When it comes to inclusion, we are committed to doing more than checking boxes. Explore all the ways we’re taking action for diversity, equity & inclusion at www.gt.com/careers

Here’s what you can expect next:

If you apply and are selected to interview, a Grant Thornton team member will reach out to you to schedule a time to connect. We encourage you to also check out other roles that may be a good fit for you or get to know us a little bit better at www.gt.com/careers.

Benefits:

We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that’s a good thing. That’s why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit: https://www.grantthornton.com/careers/rewards-and-benefits

• Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.

• Benefits for seasonal employee positions: Grant Thornton seasonal employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm’s employee assistance program. Seasonal employees may also be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements. Seasonal employees receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave.

  Grant Thornton employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program. Interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation.

  Additional Details:

  It is the policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions (including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, working conditions, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, evaluations, and termination) are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

  Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, it is the policy of Grant Thornton LLP to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. To make an accommodation request, please contact [email protected].

  For Los Angeles Applicants only: We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.